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PEG-11 LAURAMIDE

CAS 26635-75-6
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A nonionic surfactant and foam booster used in cleansing products; generally safe for cosmetic use with only minor concerns about processing impurities.

Polyethylene glycol lauramide (11 EO) is a higher-molecular-weight nonionic surfactant providing enhanced thickening and foam stabilization in cleansing formulations. The extended EO chain reduces potential for skin penetration, improving tolerability. Not restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annexes I–VI; residual 1,4-dioxane from manufacturing is controlled through standard purification.

Skin benefits

  • enhances foaming and cleansing efficacy
  • improves product texture and stability

Known concerns

  • trace 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation process

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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